Nondisp commnt suprcndl fx w/o intrcndl fx l humer, 7thD

This code describes a left upper arm fracture located just above the elbow joint, where the bone is broken into multiple fragments but remains in its normal anatomical position. Importantly, the fracture does not extend between the condyles of the humerus. This specific code indicates that the patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, and the fracture is healing as expected without complications.

Use this code for a patient presenting for a follow-up visit after initial treatment of a nondisplaced, comminuted supracondylar fracture of the left humerus, where the intercondylar region is unaffected. This applies when the physician documents routine healing progress. It would be appropriate for subsequent cast changes, physical therapy evaluations, or routine radiographic checks confirming expected recovery.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "comminuted" for the supracondylar fracture.
• Verify the laterality is "left" and that there is no intercondylar involvement.
• The 7th character "D" is crucial, indicating a subsequent encounter for routine healing. Do not use for initial treatment or delayed/nonunion healing.